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4 days ago
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Seahawks' 3 largest 2025 cap hits: defense
Seahawks' 3 largest 2025 cap hits: defense The Seattle Seahawks are currently equipped with $31.2 million in effective cap space, according to Over The Cap. General manager John Schneider has built a well-balanced squad, with no player scheduled to carry a salary number larger than $15 million in 2025. Having analyzed the financial situation, we've identified Seattle's three-largest cap charges on defense heading into training camp. Leonard Williams, DT Leonard Williams arguably enjoyed a career-best season for the Seahawks in 2024, recording 11.0 sacks. The Pro Bowler has Seattle's largest cap charge heading into 2025 at a little over $15 million. Williams is signed through 2026, but his contract could require reworking next summer due to its bloated nature ($29.6 million cap hit). Uchenna Nwosu, EDGE The Seahawks could have released Uchenna Nwosu this offseason for financial gain, but ultimately decided to give the oft-injured pass rusher another chance. He has Seattle's second-biggest cap charge on defense this season at $11.8 million. Nwosu is technically under contract through 2026, but it's truly a make-or-break year for him. Devon Witherspoon, CB Devon Witherspoon's cap number increases to $8.6 million in his third season. The former No. 5 overall selection will be eligible for a contract extension next summer, and the Seahawks will make a decision regarding his fifth-year option (it's a near-guarantee to be picked up).
USA Today
28-05-2025
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USC football countdown to kickoff continues—Leonard Williams in focus
The countdown to USC's 2025 football season is officially on! The Trojans kick off their new campaign 94 days from today. You need something to help you while away the days and hours in the spring and summer. This is one way to do so. In this new series, countdown to kickoff, we will be counting down the days by highlighting a notable Trojan who wore each number. Today, we take a look back at one of the all-time great USC defensive linemen, Leonard Williams. Position: Defensive lineman Years played at USC: 2012-1014 Career highlights: Williams was a dominant force on the defensive line during his time at USC. In three seasons, he recorded 218 tackles, 21 sacks, three forced fumbles, and two interceptions. In both 2013 and 2014, he was named a first-team All-American. After USC: Williams declared for the 2015 NFL draft, where he was selected sixth overall by the New York Jets. Now entering his 11th season in the league, Williams has spent time with the Jets, New York Giants, and Seattle Seahawks, for whom he currently plays. Last season with Seattle, he was named to his second career Pro Bowl, recording 63 tackles, 11 sacks, three passes defended, and his first career pick six. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle
USA Today
26-05-2025
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- USA Today
UDFAs, preseason schedule and more Seahawks news for Cardinals fans to know
UDFAs, preseason schedule and more Seahawks news for Cardinals fans to know Some stories from the last week for Cardinals fans to know about the NFC West rival Seahawks It is the end of another NFL offseason week, which means it is a good time to check in with the Arizona Cardinals' division rivals in the NFC West. What has been going on with the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams? Below are a few stories from the last week about the Seahawks that Cardinals fans should know. Rookie free agent to watch The Seahawks signed a slew of rookie free agents. Many UDFAs around the league will make an impact. EDGE Jared Ivey is predicted to be that impact UDFA for Seattle. Preseason slate set The Arizona Cardinals, after initially only announced their preseason opponents, set the dates and times of those three games. The Seahawks did the same thing. Their preseason tilts are set. Joint practices The Cardinals will hold a joint practice with the Denver Broncos before their preseason game in Denver. The Seahawks will have joint practices before their preseason finale with the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay. 5 important offensive players named for 2025 In the offseason of lists and rankings, one writer listed the five most important offensive players for Seattle heading into the season. Leonard Williams makes list Williams, who absolutely overmatched the Cardinals in his two games against them last season, was honored as one of the league's top players at least 30 years old. Get more Cardinals and NFL coverage from Cards Wire's Jess Root and others by listening to the latest on the Rise Up, See Red podcast. Subscribe on Spotify, YouTube or Apple podcasts.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Seahawks' Leonard Williams makes "top 30 players over 30" list
Seattle Seahawks veteran defensive lineman Leonard Williams aged like fine wine throughout the 2024 season. In his 12th professional campaign, Williams recorded 11.0 sacks, the second-most of his career (11.5, 2020). He hit the ground running in Mike Macdonald's defense, leading all NFL interior lineman in QB takedowns, outperforming talents like Chris Jones, Quinnen Williams, Dexter Lawrence, and Jeffery Simmons at his position. Williams was downright dominant. The former No. 6 overall selection in the 2015 NFL Draft totaled 55 pressures. Williams' form was recently recognized by Pro Football Focus, as the aging defender was named to their "Top 30 players over 30" list. "Williams delivered the best season of his career at age 30, earning a personal-best 87.1 PFF grade, fourth among qualified defensive tackles," Dalton Wasserman wrote. "It marked just the second time in his career that he posted at least a 70.0 grade in both run defense and pass rushing." Advertisement Williams cracked the list at No. 21 overall. His eye-popping 2024 campaign earned him his first Pro Bowl nod since 2016. Williams signed a three-year, $64.5 million contract extension with the Seahawks last March. He earned every penny of that extension, and the Seahawks will be pleased to have him under contract through 2026. Williams projects as another big-time difference maker for Macdonald's defense in 2025. This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: 30 Top NFL players over 30: Seahawks' Leonard Williams makes list
USA Today
23-05-2025
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- USA Today
Seahawks' Leonard Williams makes "top 30 players over 30" list
Seattle Seahawks veteran defensive lineman Leonard Williams aged like fine wine throughout the 2024 season. In his 12th professional campaign, Williams recorded 11.0 sacks, the second-most of his career (11.5, 2020). He hit the ground running in Mike Macdonald's defense, leading all NFL interior lineman in QB takedowns, outperforming talents like Chris Jones, Quinnen Williams, Dexter Lawrence, and Jeffery Simmons at his position. Williams was downright dominant. The former No. 6 overall selection in the 2015 NFL Draft totaled 55 pressures. Williams' form was recently recognized by Pro Football Focus, as the aging defender was named to their "Top 30 players over 30" list. "Williams delivered the best season of his career at age 30, earning a personal-best 87.1 PFF grade, fourth among qualified defensive tackles," Dalton Wasserman wrote. "It marked just the second time in his career that he posted at least a 70.0 grade in both run defense and pass rushing." Williams cracked the list at No. 21 overall. His eye-popping 2024 campaign earned him his first Pro Bowl nod since 2016. Williams signed a three-year, $64.5 million contract extension with the Seahawks last March. He earned every penny of that extension, and the Seahawks will be pleased to have him under contract through 2026. Williams projects as another big-time difference maker for Macdonald's defense in 2025.
